Richard Copely

Clinical Operations Manager | Chartered Physiotherapist

Richard is a Physiotherapist with a BSc (Honours) in Physiotherapy from the University of the Free State, South Africa, and is 3D MAPS® Certified. He began his career in a government hospital during his Community Service year, gaining broad experience in musculoskeletal (MSK), neurological, orthopaedic, and respiratory cases. At the same time, he headed the physiotherapy department for the university hockey club, working with national-level players and travelling across South Africa for competitions.

Since moving to London, Richard has focused on private practice, developing a strong interest in MSK conditions and sports-related rehabilitation. He is passionate about combining hands-on treatment with functionally and biomechanically orientated rehab, aiming to educate and empower people to take control of their recovery. He has completed further training in Dry Needling, Kinesiology Taping, and limb biomechanics, with special interests in lower limb injuries, spine-related conditions, return-to-sport rehabilitation, and shoulder injuries.

Richard’s journey into physiotherapy stems from a lifelong love of sport and movement. Outside of work, he enjoys football, field hockey, and golf, as well as spending time with his young family, travelling, and relaxing with film and music.